Books like Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson
In "Just As I Am", acclaimed actress Cicely Tyson offers a candid look at her life and career, tracing her journey from early days in the performing arts to her status as a celebrated Hollywood icon.
The memoir—best‑selling on the New York Times—highlights the challenges she faced as an African‑American woman breaking barriers in film and theater, while also delving into the values and principles that have guided her choices and shaped her legacy.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Cicely Tyson
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